Tom Bruce, who previously played 17 T20Is for New Zealand between 2017 and 2020, has been committed to Scotland and is set to make his debut in the upcoming World Cup League 2 Series.
He qualifies for Scotland through his Edinburgh-born father and previously represented a Scotland Development XI in 2016.
Tom Bruce featured for Central Districts in New Zealand domestic cricket, now aims to bring his experience to the senior Scottish national team.
He expressed pride in representing his family’s heritage and a strong desire to contribute Scotland’s success on the global stage.
“There’s a long Scottish history within my family and I know they will be incredibly proud that I am representing Scotland on the world stage.”
“I’ve been fortunate enough to play for New Zealand five years ago, and I want to continue to showcase my skills on the world stage, and help the Scotland team achieve success, as I know the group is capable of achieving success and continuing to grow as a team,” said Tom Bruce.
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Tom Bruce has been a standout performer with the bat, especially in first class cricket, when he averages 47.12 from 159 innings, bagging 6,267 runs.
For the Stags, he now has more than 2,500 T20 runs, at a strike rate above 140 with 18 half centuries and will continue to play for the team as normal.
He scored 345 runs for Central stags against Auckland in Plunket Shield, marking the third highest total in new Zealand’s first-class history.
His last appearance was in the Global Super League 2025, where he starred with the bat and amassed 97 runs from 3 matches at an impressive average of 32.33. Hence, Bruce’s addition significantly strengthens Scotland’s batting resources as Bruce is set to fill the void after being out of Kiwis camp.
Speaking on his previous involvement with Scotland in 2016. “It was an awesome experience. I played alongside and against a lot of the current group of Scotland players, and it’s been great following their development through the years so I’m looking forward to linking up with them again.”
“For me, I want to help the team in any way, shape or form to play some consistent quality cricket, and ultimately help get us to a World Cup.”
Meanwhile Scotland coach Watson said, “I’m very excited about Tom joining the group. Not only is he a world-class cricketer, but he also brings a whole range of experience as he’s played a lot of 50-over and T20 cricket.
“He’s going to add massive value, both on the field and off the field in the years ahead, and I’m looking forward to getting him amongst the group. I’m sure he’ll fit in perfectly well,” concluded Cricket Scotland Men’s Head coach Watson.
